Researcher

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

12h•$130,000 - $216,000•Onsite

About The Position

Guidehouse is seeking a Researcher to support the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) through the development, testing, and translation of novel imaging and analysis methods. The position includes patient contact and participation in patient care, including consultative and therapeutic cardiovascular care for research participants and patients at the NIH Clinical Center. It is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, Maryland. The Researcher tests and validates novel MRI methods at different field strengths, including 0.55T and 1.5T, and novel cardiovascular CT acquisition and post-processing methods. The role supports deep phenotyping of cardiovascular disease and systemic-disease cardiovascular manifestations, as well as translation of modern imaging methods into clinical applications. The Researcher supports the laboratory’s research program by planning and conducting experiments, assisting laboratory staff and research projects, analyzing and interpreting data, and communicating results through reports, presentations, and manuscripts. The role also coordinates with junior staff on protocol modifications, presents research at scientific meetings, provides scientific guidance to management, and mentors junior scientists. Collaboration with and support of the Echocardiography Lab is provided as appropriate.

Requirements

Medical Doctor (MD) degree.
At least 8 years of cardiology and cardiovascular imaging-related experience.
Demonstrated leadership experience.
Ability to apply novel imaging techniques in a clinical setting.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD public trust; approved adjudication is required before onboarding with Guidehouse.

Nice To Haves

Active public trust or suitability.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with others in a team environment.
Stay current on the latest research trends and techniques.

Responsibilities

Develop, test, and translate novel imaging and analysis methods in support of NHLBI.
Test and validate novel MRI methods at different field strengths, including 0.55T and 1.5T.
Test and validate novel cardiovascular CT acquisition and post-processing methods.
Conduct deep phenotyping of cardiovascular disease and cardiovascular manifestations of systemic disease.
Translate modern imaging methods into clinical applications.
Provide consultative and therapeutic cardiovascular care to research participants and patients at the NIH Clinical Center.
Collaborate with and support the Echocardiography Lab as appropriate.
Support planning and execution of research experiments within the laboratory’s overall research program.
Support laboratory staff on research projects and techniques.
Evaluate, analyze, and interpret research data, and communicate results and methods in reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
Coordinate with junior staff to modify research protocols.
Present research at national scientific meetings and symposia.
Provide interpretation of results, guidance, and scientific support to the management team.
Mentor junior-level scientists.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
Personal and family sick time and company-paid holidays.
Parental leave.
401(k) retirement plan.
Group term life insurance and travel assistance.
Voluntary life and AD&D insurance.
Health Savings Account and Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Transit and parking commuter benefits.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Tuition reimbursement, personal development, certifications, and learning opportunities.
Employee referral program.
Corporate-sponsored events and community outreach.
Care.com annual membership.
Employee Assistance Program.
Supplemental benefits via Corestream, including critical care, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, legal assistance, and identity theft protection.
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
Flexible benefits package.